Google and DTE partner to build data center in Michigan, plan to invest 2.7 gigawatts of clean energy

LootboxPhobia · 2026-03-17T14:55:09+00:00

Google is partnering with DTE Energy to develop a new data center in Michigan that will provide 2.7 gigawatts of clean energy to support grid reliability. The company commits to bearing electricity costs, launching a $10 million fund to promote community energy affordability, and will make water resource usage commitments based on environmental assessments.

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2026-03-17 14:55:09

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Investing.com - Google announced on Tuesday plans to develop a new data center in Michigan through a partnership with DTE Energy, committing to provide 2.7 gigawatts of new clean energy resources to the local grid.

The data center will be located within DTE Energy’s service area, and Google is currently evaluating a site in Van Buren Township. The company stated it will directly add clean, around-the-clock power to the grid to support the new facility and improve the reliability of Michigan’s power grid.

Under a clean capacity acceleration agreement with DTE, the 2.7 gigawatts of new resources will include solar power, advanced energy storage technologies, and demand flexibility. This agreement follows the same structure as clean transition pricing, aiming to bring new clean energy resources online while supporting Michigan’s gradual phase-out of coal-fired power plants.

As part of standard practice for building new data centers, Google will cover all costs for electricity and infrastructure needs. The company said this approach is intended to protect local taxpayers and strengthen the long-term resilience of the state’s power grid.

The tech company is launching a $10 million energy impact fund to expand energy affordability initiatives in Michigan communities. The fund will support residential energy efficiency upgrades, innovative home energy technologies, and energy workforce development programs. Google will assist local organizations with the application process for startup funding.

Google has also committed to responsible water use, based on a comprehensive assessment of the local environment. The company stated that every cooling decision will be data-driven to minimize environmental footprint.

The company said that as more details about the Van Buren Township site are finalized, it will provide updates to the community.

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